Survey Project Manager

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Merriam (KS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a Survey Project Manager to lead land survey projects for diverse clients across multiple sites in the Kansas City area. The role focuses on driving project success, resource utilization, and financial stewardship, acting as the main SAM contact for clients and supervising field and office staff.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of industry experience, a PLS license, and a bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry related work experience in a professional or management capacity.
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License.
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline/and/or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in project/phase management for large scale projects.
• Strong proficiency with or understanding of software tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Geopak, ORD, and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly state project assignments/deliverables to team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage land survey projects from start to finish, while ensuring services meet company quality standards, client specifications, and state standards.
• Participate in planning and implement procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency
• Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, billings, and contracts
• Sign and seal plats, field notes and control drawings as required
• Establish project management plans and staffing for multiple land survey projects
• Participate in local industry networking functions and maintain strong client relationships
• Provide support to other internal operational units as needed
• Manage and report project financials to leadership team
• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Team leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, or related field

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Geopak

ORD

MS Office Suite

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Survey Project Manager

US-KS-Merriam

Job ID: 26-8062

# of Openings: 1

Category: Survey

Kansas City

Overview

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size.

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence.

At SAM, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Responsibilities

A Survey Project Manager is responsible for driving project success, the utilization of resources, and financial responsibility of projects. This role is the primary point of contact between SAM and clients and oversees the day-to-day operations of field and office staff for multiple land survey projects. They are responsible for proposal writing, maintaining and building client relationships, the successful completion of survey projects, and team mentorship.

• Manage land survey projects from start to finish, while ensuring services meet company quality standards, client specifications, and state standards.
• Participate in planning and implement procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency
• Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, billings, and contracts
• Sign and seal plats, field notes and control drawings as required
• Establish project management plans and staffing for multiple land survey projects
• Participate in local industry networking functions and maintain strong client relationships
• Provide support to other internal operational units as needed
• Manage and report project financials to leadership team
• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry related work experience in a professional or management capacity
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline/and or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience in project/phase management for large scale projects
• Strong proficiency with or understanding of software tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Geopak, ORD, and MS Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly state project assignments/deliverables to team members
• Ability to oversee, mentor and motivate a project team
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem solve
• Ability to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining quality, teamwork and collaboration with others
• Local candidates are preferred; however, relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates seeking to move to Denver and obtain Colorado licensure

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.